Birthplace of President John F. Kennedy’s greatgrandfather, The Kennedy Homestead celebrates the story of five generations of the Kennedy dynasty. Entry for two adults or a family of up to five is available at the Co. Wexford house now a museum where a guided tour allows visitors to soak up the rich history of the surroundings. Groupon finds out about the brandnew museum located at The Kennedy Homestead, the original home of one of the most famous IrishAmerican family in history. What’s the museum all about? The house in which the museum is set is the actual birthplace of President John F. Kennedy’s greatgrandfather, Patrick who eventually left Ireland for Massachusetts in 1848. The site was home to five generations of one of the world’s most famous dynasties, and is today still farmed by descendants of the former president. The museum aims to tell the story of “the Kennedy’s who went away and the Kennedy’s who stayed behind”. What exhibits are there? The museum which is brand new, having opened in June 2013 contains a guided tour with audiovisuals, photographs and an interpretive display, leading visitors around the lives of key players in the Kennedy family, including the original migrant, Patrick, President John Fitzgerald, Attorney General Bobby, Senator Ted, and the founder of the Special Olympics, Eunice Shriver. Did JFK ever visit the house? Yes the president came to Ireland in June 1963 and sat down to tea with his cousins at the family homestead a time Kennedy himself referred to as “the best four days of my life”. Visitors can find out the details about his iconic visit at the museum. What facilities does the Homestead have? Other than the captivating tour and memorabilia, facilities include a souvenir shop, picnic area, wheelchair access and plenty of parking for both cars and coaches.